Category: Personal Injury News

Handling Nursing Home Slip and Fall Injuries

Personal Injury News | October 25, 2019

As people grow older, accidental falls are more likely to happen and are more likely to lead to serious injuries. Some injuries can exacerbate or lead to other medical complications. Knowing what caused the fall is often important because depending on the cause, you or your loved one could be eligible for compensation. Contact a New…

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How Nursing Home Understaffing Increases Abuse

Personal Injury News | October 24, 2019

The number of nursing homes that continue to operate despite being understaffed would baffle most people. What makes matters worse is that understaffing is associated with nursing home abuse. There are various reasons understaffing happens, but the important thing is to recognize early signs of abuse and take action to stop this from happening. One…

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Is Nursing Home Abuse Underreported?

Personal Injury News | October 23, 2019

Did you know that elder abuse is responsible for nearly every one in five high-risk emergency room visits by nursing home residents? This is just one of the many shocking facts and figures published in a recent 2019 study from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Even more appalling is the fact…

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When to Hire a Lawyer for a Car Accident Claim

Personal Injury News | October 18, 2019

After experiencing injuries in a New York car accident, you may be wondering if you should hire a lawyer. Since New York is a no-fault insurance state, your insurance company should automatically reimburse you for the damages you suffered, regardless of who was at fault. However, this coverage may not be enough to cover additional…

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Common Negligence Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

Personal Injury News | October 17, 2019

As many motorcyclists know, motorcycles do not offer the same amount of protection as cars do. Being hit by a negligent driver while riding a motorcycle on the highway is not likely to end well. Many motorcyclists are prone to experience serious life-threatening personal injuries from these types of brutal impacts. Serious injuries almost always cost significantly…

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